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Forgotten and Forsaken: The Abandoned Bridge Plunging Ibianang / Edem Iyere into Tragedy and Economic Decline By Edet John (Ikonowatch) At the boundary between Ibianang Ediene and Edem Iyere communities in Ikono LGA, Akwa Ibom State, what once stood as a promise of progress and connection now lies in ruin and despair. An abandoned bridge — unfinished, neglected, and dangerously deteriorating — has become both a symbol and a source of deep suffering. Once envisioned to link neighborhoods, stimulate trade, and ease transportation, this bridge has instead brought death, isolation, and economic retrogression to the people of Ibianang and Edem Iyere. In recent months and years, multiple lives have been lost due to the impassable state of the bridge. Children on their way to school, farmers transporting produce, and motorists attempting to navigate the perilous structure have met tragic ends. These are not isolated incidents — they are the consequence of years of silence, delay, and inaction...

 Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio offered the Counsel of Ahitophel to President Tinubu and his Ahitophel-like advice was adopted by Bulabu.  Akpabio was immediately asked to nominate an administrator from any State of the South South to the amazement and disbelief of Nebu who was not privy/ invited to attending the decision making meeting. Akpabio nominated the Retired Admiral. Have u seen Nebu utter a word since the emergency proclamation?  As a cunning man, Sen. Akpabio later led delegation to visit his friend and explained how they arrived at the decision for state of emergency. He explained tire but Nebu is still shock til this moment.  Those rejoicing will not tell you this, but truth is that, the emergency rule wasn't what they actually bargained for.  All they wanted was impeachment.  As it stand, and going by the amended resolutions of the National assembly, the Sole Administrator will take final directives from Mr President and  Sen. Akpabio whic...

 GOVERNOR ENO: A BEACON OF HOPE AND UNITY FOR A'IBOM It never occurred to many, even the best political pundits, that a man who was not in the political organogram or permutations could navigate the state’s administrative affairs so adeptly. Identified through keen attitudinal evaluation, repeated unpretentious shows of sincerity, vigor, truth, and humility, His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno, Governor of Akwa Ibom State, embodies these virtues. The Bible admonishes, “For those who want to worship the Lord must worship in holiness and in truth” (John 4:24). This divine order is best characterized in Governor Umo Eno’s dispositions. Initially disbelieved by almost all opposition camps, he was underscored in performance even before being handed the state's executive baton. Media writers painted various pictures of him, emphasizing his words, addresses, public responses, and opinions, all authored with a subtle air of humility, meekness, and brotherhood. Poised for the unity of his fa...

 IKONO CHAIRMAN PROMISES FAMILY DISPLACED BY RAINSTORM NEW HOUSE Moved by the plight of a family of six in Osuk Ediene Village in Ikono Local Government Area recently rendered homeless by the March 11, 2024 ill-fated wind disaster, the Transition Committee Chairman of the area, Hon. Kingsley Akpan has promised the displaced family a new house.  The Chairman made the commitment Thursday, when he paid an unscheduled visit to the family of Mr. Clement Effiong Akpanetuk at the scene of the rainstorm disaster in Osuk Ediene Village.  “When I saw the video clips and pictures of the disaster posted on the social media by Mr. Gee, I was moved and I decided to come see things for myself. “I sympathise with you for the ordeal this has put you through but I'm most grateful to God that no life was lost. “As the Council Chairman, I'll take up building a new house for you to have a place to lay your head as soon as possible.  “By tomorrow, I'll send the Works Unit to come and asse...

 HON. KINGSLEY AKPAN UNITY CUP KICKS OFF IN IKONO  An Easter Football Tournment has been kicked off in Ikono by the Transition Committee Chairman of the area, Hon. Kingsley Akpan, with Ward 1 beating Ward IV 2-0 in the opening match, played Sunday, 17th March 2024.  The tournament  featuring 12 teams representing the political wards in Ikono is scheduled to hold from 17th to 31st March 2024 in three centers within the local government.  Performing the kick-off of the tournament christened “Hon. Kingsley Akpan Unity Cup” Sunday, the Ikono Local Government helmsman, said the tournament was aimed at building bridge of peace and unity in the local government, tasking participating teams on maintaining the spirit of brotherliness and sportsmanship.  “One thing that is very critical to development is peace and that's the reason we're organising this Unity Cup as a way of fostering peace and unity in Ikono. “Our Governor, Pastor Umo Eno is known for peace, unity a...

  JOIN HANDS WITH PASTOR UMO ENO TO KEEP AKWA IBOM SAFE - IKONO CHAIRMAN TASKS ROYAL FATHERS ...Presents Certificate of Recognition to 9 Village Heads @Augustine Akpan The Transition Committee Chairman of Ikono Local Government, Hon. Kingsley Akpan, has tasked traditional rulers on joining hands with the Governor, Pastor Umo Eno to ensure Akwa Ibom State remains a safe haven for investment and development by maintaining peace and order in their various domains. The Council boss gave the charge Monday, while presenting certificate of recognition to nine village heads from the area at the Council Hall, Ibiaku Ntok Okpo.  Akpan, who described traditional rulers as critical partners in the task of keeping the state safe and secure, urged them to always work in synergy with higher authorities to checkmate crime and other vices in their domains.  “As royal fathers, you have very important roles to play in building the community and you all must see your recognition by the State...